April 23, 2019

By Obituaries on April 23, 2019.

1938 ~ KENNETH SCHMIDT ~ 2019

“Family ties are precious threads
No matter where we roam
They draw us close to those we love
And pull our hearts toward home.”

On the morning of April 17th, 2019, we lost the head of our family, Ken Schmidt of Redcliff, AB. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Gail, and his most prized possessions, his family. Sandy (Cody and Christy, Shayna, William, and Wyatt); (Kyler and Ashley, Knoxx and Jury) Moser, Penny (Trina) Schultz, Kendra and Mitch (Kelsi and Adam, Colton) Seifert, Jolaine ( Jordon and Jared) Hepfner; brother Dennis (Ruth) Schmidt; sister-in-law, Pat Schmidt; brother-in-law, Joe (Laurie) McFadzen; sister-in-law, Elaine Fischer; numerous nieces and nephews; and his favourite four-legged companion, Brewster.
Ken’s career started at Dominion Glass and carried on to Cancarb Ltd. until his retirement in 1994. During this time he also served on the Redcliff Volunteer Fire Department for over 50 years, several of those years as fire chief. Ken was also a proud member of the Royal Canadian Legion Redcliff Branch. Always an active sports participant, Ken loved to golf and play hockey. He coached hockey for several years and later in his life was his grandsons number one fan.
A Private Family Service of Remembrance will be held at a later date to celebrate his life. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Joseph’s Home, 156 – 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ken Schmidt. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to
SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 http://www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.

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ALBERT PEDERZOLLI

April 1, 1932 ~ April 18, 2019

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our father, Albert Pederzolli. Albert took his last bike ride on April 11, 2019, resulting in a single motor vehicle accident in which he sustained severe chest trauma. Albert was predeceased by his pioneer parents, August and Basilia (Maria) Pederzolli; uncle Albino Pederzolli; brothers, Walter and Bruno; sisters, Victoria Williams of Seattle, WA; Josephine Tollin of Lethbridge and cousin, Luciano Pisoni. Albert’s memory will be cherished by his children, Elaine Pederzolli and Darrin Pederzolli of Calgary and Lissa (Ron) Wozniak of Chestermere, AB; cousins, Aldo (Glenda) Pederzolli, Italo (Rose) Pisoni of Medicine Hat and dear friend, Donna Gould of Medicine Hat. Albert farmed the old homestead off Holsom Road and in the early ‘70’s, relocated to dryland farming near Irvine and the Cypress Hills. He worked hard throughout his life and was the proprietor of Al-Ron Cat Service and Pederzolli Land Breaking from which he retired. Albert’s passions in life were flying, hunting and biking. He will be remembered for his joking personality and teasing nature. A Celebration of Albert’s life will take place at a later date. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455

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RATH

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Melba Rath announce her peaceful passing in Calgary, AB on Sunday, April 14 at the age of 93.
Melba is lovingly remembered by her children Delphine, Joyce, Terry (Carol), Leslie (Karen); grandchildren Nathan (Kelly), Cindy (Joel), Darren (Angela), Amber (Chris), Christa; great-grandchildren Lily, Sophie, Carson, Malcolm, Eric, Lexus; brother Leonard (Lorraine), and many nieces and nephews. Melba was pre-deceased by her husband Emil, of 53 years, her parents Fred and Mary Schwabe, and brother John.
Melba farmed south of Medicine Hat for many years before retiring and moving into Medicine Hat. Melba will be remembered for her love of her family, farming, gardening, music and nature.
There will be a private Celebration of Life held in Calgary, AB for the immediate family.

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SCHAURER

Verna Virginia Schaurer of Medicine Hat, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2019, at the age of 76 years, beloved wife of the late Raymond Schaurer. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the church on Thursday from 12 noon – 12:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in Victory Lutheran Church (2793 Southview Drive SE) on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. James C. Bredeson officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Parkinson Association of Alberta (wwwparkinsonalberta.ca). To e-mail an expression of sympathy please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Verna Schaurer, or you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence.
Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

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